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Chair's foreword
Members
Committee secretariat
Terms of reference
Abbreviations
List of recommendations
1. Introduction
Scope and conduct of the inquiry
Recent reviews and policy context
Structure of the report
2. Australia’s language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy challenges
Evidence of LLND skills gaps
Benefits of addressing LLND skills gaps
Limited data and research on adult LLND skills
Conclusion
3. Factors contributing to language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy gaps
Specific learning disabilities
Early childhood education and care
School education
Disengagement from education, shame and stigma
Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
Conclusion
4. Programs supporting adults with language, literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills gaps
Programs supporting adult LLND skills development
Factors contributing to gaps in provision
Support for individuals with LLND skills gaps
Conclusion
A. Submissions
B. Exhibit
C. Hearings and witnesses
Wednesday, 17 February 2021
Wednesday, 24 February 2021
Wednesday, 24 March 2021
Monday, 12 July 2021
Tuesday, 13 July 2021
Monday, 19 July 2021
Wednesday, 28 July 2021
Thursday, 29 July 2021
Thursday, 19 August 2021
Wednesday, 24 November 2021